Operations Line Leader - Device Assembly, Day Shift.-2

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Organization Overview:

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Position Description:

The Operations Line Leader will be a key part of the Device Assembly team at RTP, where autoinjector devices are assembled. Line Leader will be responsible for the safe operation of highly automated equipment producing products of the highest quality serving Lilly patients worldwide. In addition, Line Leader will also be responsible for leadership, daily operations, development of operators, building technical autonomy, ensuring compliance with all policies, procedures, and ensuring resources are scheduled accordingly per the daily production plan.

Responsibilities:

• Adhere to RTP Plant safety policies and procedures, contribute to a safe work environment.
• Setup and operate highly automated equipment in the Device Assembly area.
• Provide leadership on manufacturing floor ensuring high level of safety, quality, and productivity to maintain reliable supply of products to patients.
• Technical leader: Key resource for troubleshooting and functions as the primary point of contact for issue escalation on the shop floor.
• Responsible for administering technical training and ensuring all operators are trained to perform tasks.
• Identify opportunities for operational improvements.
• Proactively monitor documentation and product quality, properly documenting all activities and reporting issues to supervision.
• Assist Supervisor in development and performance evaluations of shift operators.
• Key liaison between operations and support functions.
• Lead by example of Safety first & Quality always.
• Operate the equipment and lead the shift operations as required to meet production schedule.
• Assists in checking execution documentation (PMX, SAP, Cleaning Logs, etc.).
• Drives key departmental objectives including improving safety performance, reducing deviations, improving productivity, and training compliance.
• Acts as back-up in Shift Supervisor absence.

Basic Requirements:

• Demonstrated leadership & persuasion skills.
• Affinity for mastering technical concepts.
• Solid understanding of FDA guidelines and CGMP standards.
• Ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal).
• Flexibility and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer skills (desktop software) are required.
• Previous experience in operations or directly supporting a pharmaceutical manufacturing operation.
• Must Pass a “fitness for duty” physical exam.
• Ability to work 12-hour days on rotating shift.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to travel up to 20% during Asset Delivery and < 5% after startup.
• Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to be employed in the United States. Lilly does not anticipate providing sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B or TN status) for this employment position.

Additional Skills/Preferences:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Previous Line Lead experience preferred.
• Previous experience with highly automated equipment.
• Previous experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems and electronic batch release.

Additional Information:

• The position is for the Lilly Research Triangle Park site.
• Position may require a short duration intermittent assignment of 1-2 months (domestic/ International) to establish specific device knowledge, understand equipment, and establish global contacts.
• Ability to wear safety equipment (safety glasses, safety shoes, protective gloves etc.)
• As a condition of employment with Eli Lilly and Company and its subsidiaries in the United States and Puerto Rico, you must be fully COVID-19 vaccinated and provide proof of vaccination satisfactory to the company.  If you would like to request an accommodation for medical or religious reasons, you may do so at workplace_adjustment@lilly.com. 

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